All Reviews for Marine Wildlife Encounters

Oh my goodness, this was so much fun!! Dave & Dave, our captains were really fun. They were knowledgeable and taught us some interesting stuff about the sharks. When we got to the cage, the sharks started swarming around the boat. It was so exciting. Then we climbed in the cage and had the most amazing experience with the sharks. My boyfriend was hesitant when I told him I wanted to do this, but after it was over he was so glad we did. So am I! Highly recommend a underwater camera/video. Thank you so much North Shore Shark Adventure for something we will never forget and get to brag about to all our friends! Aloha & Mahalo!

The staff really got everyone excited, and it became a wonderful memory from start to finish. We saw dolphins from a distance, but my 6-year-old son was thrilled when a dolphin came close to the surface and he could see it up close. A sea turtle also came near, and my son got to take a picture right next to it! At the end, they even gave us a gift! It turned out to be the best trip ever!

スタッフの方々が盛り上げてくださり最初から最後までとても楽しく素晴らしい思い出になりました。
イルカは離れたところで見えました。6歳息子はイルカが水面まで来て近くで見えたようで大喜びでした。ウミガメも近くに来てくれて息子は真横で写真を撮ってもらいました！最後、プレゼントまで下さって！最高な旅行になりました‼︎

This trip to go cage diving with the sharks was incredible and unforgettable! To start off the bat, the crew Matt and Tanya were very nice, and knowledgeable. They are quick to ease anyones fear of being in harm or of risking the sharks being harmed in any way. Matt is full of jokes, almost like we got our own stand up before the main event! It was I believe 20 minutes of being in the water, more than enough time to watch the galapagos sharks swim by so elegantly. Once you get in the cage, you just seem to forget everything else, being surrounded by sharks close enough to see their pupils as they pass. Ultimately the sharks are rather disinterested in you, and more interested in the boat hoping for them to drop some crabs in the water thinking it's a fishing vessel. If you are on vacation, I would highly recommend this adventure, especially if you have a love for sharks like I do!

Amazing experience that should not be missed. The crew was knowledgeable and made us feel completely safe the entire time. Definitely going to do it again.

I was wondering if it would be okay since it was small, but when I asked the person, they were excitedly saying, "I want to swim with dolphins♪," so we decided to give it a try.

As expected, when it was time to enter the pool, they had a face full of anxiety. We calmed them down and started the program. Although they were scared at first, it seems they ultimately had fun, and all's well that ends well! (laughs)

If it were an elementary school student, they might have enjoyed it a bit more. But it was a valuable experience, and I'm glad we did it.

小さいので大丈夫かな？と思っていましたが本人に聞いてみると『イルカと一緒に泳ぐ♪』とルンルンだったので…試しに行ってみることに
案の定いざプールに入る時になると不安で一杯の顔。なだめつつプログラムスタート。最初は怖がっていたものの最終的には楽しかったようで、終わりよければ全て良し！(笑)
小学生ぐらいならもう少し楽しめたかも知れませんね
でも貴重な体験が出来良かったです

The Japanese guide starts at 10 AM.
You board the boat from the HGVC pier and head out to the submarine.
It's a 10-minute cruise, but you can see Waikiki from the ocean side, which is quite nice.

We dive to a depth of 100 feet, so you can see a lot of fish.
There are efforts made to attract the fish, and there was even a quite large turtle.

My 83-year-old mother also enjoyed it very much.
I think it's very worthwhile.

日本語ガイドは朝10時から開始です。
HGVCの桟橋からボートに乗って沖に出てサブマリンに乗船します。
10分ほどのクルーズですがワイキキを海側から見る事ができて
こちらもなかなかです。

深度100Fまで潜水しますので、かなり多くのお魚を見る事ができます。
魚を集める工夫がされており、かなり大きなカメまでいました。

83歳の母もとても楽しんでいました。
とても価値があると思います。

First time in Hawaii and wanted to make sure we had a fun and exciting time. Once I saw this shark cage activity, I knew we had to try it since we are so outgoing. North shore have the best crew members who know what they are doing. They make you feel calm and secure. It was such a great experience being in the cage and seeing the sharks swim around up close. We were able to get amazing photos with our go-pro and a lifetime of memories. Plus bragging rights of swimming with sharks. Highly recommended if you love water and sharks!

We went with my 7-year-old son and my husband!
I was truly moved to see so many dolphins!
Although my child can't swim, he had fun swimming with the life jacket and floaties they provided.
With the help of the staff, he was able to swim without me having to stay right by his side the whole time,
and I was also very excited and enjoyed being so close to so many dolphins!
I want to participate again!

7歳の息子と主人の3人で！
いるかいっぱい会えて、本当に感動しました！
子供は泳げないのですが、貸してくれるライフジャケットと浮き棒で泳いで楽しんでました♫
スタッフの方に連れらて泳いだりと親もずっと子供に着きっきりまでにはならず、
私自身もいるかの近さ、多さにすごく興奮し楽しむことができました！
また参加したいです！

Our adventure began with introductions of the captain and his awesome crew. They made sure we knew all the safety procedures and explained all of the gear. We arrived to the spot and the crew jumped into their gear and were ready to go. We had time before our turn so we went snorkeling. The water was so clear! I spotted a turtle right away. We finished snorkeling and then saw another turtle on top of the water. Now it was our turn to go below on the snooba scooter. Each scooter was assigned their own diver. My diver communicated with me the whole time. When it came time to dive, he made sure I knew how to clear the pressure in my ears. Then we shook a metal mesh bag with bread balls in it and it was like we had rung a dinner bell for the fish! They flocked to us and nibbled the bread and sometimes your fingers! It was breathtaking and so exciting! I couldn't stop smiling! The photographer got some wonderful shots of us and the price was so reasonable. As our adventure came to an end, we were heading to the surface when a juvenile turtle came swimming by. I would highly recommend this adventure to everyone. Definitely one not to be missed!

The weather was great, and the waves were calm, so I was looking forward to enjoying a wonderful underwater walk. However, the water clarity was poor. The fish were sparse, and while the small fish entering and exiting the wreckage of ships and airplanes on the seabed were cute, there weren't as many varieties or numbers as I had hoped. Furthermore, at around 30 meters underwater, due to the relationship of sunlight with color wavelengths, even brightly colored fish appeared bluish overall, so I didn't feel the vividness typical of the southern seas, which was disappointing.

天気良し、波静かで絶好の海中散歩を楽しにみしていたけど、海中（海水）の透明度が悪い。
魚類がまばら、海底に沈めた船舶や飛行機の残骸（魚の住み家）に出入りする小魚は、可愛らしいが、期待したほどの種類や数が見られない。　さらに３０ｍくらいの海中では、太陽光は色彩波長の関係で、鮮やかな色合いの魚でも全体に青白くみえるため、南海の海といった鮮やかさは感じられず、残念でした。

It was like a dream to see wild dolphins passing underneath and in front of me!! It felt like I was swimming with them, and it was so much fun! It reminded me of when I was a child and wanted to become a dolphin trainer after seeing dolphins at the aquarium. I thought to myself that this is what it means to have a lifetime of youth and excitement! There was also a turtle that came up right next to me, and I panicked because I was too close even though I knew I shouldn't touch it! The pineapple I had on the boat was sweet and delicious too! It was such a wonderful experience☆

野生のイルカが自分の下や前を通りすぎて夢のようでした！！
一緒に泳いでるみたいで楽しかったです！
小さい頃水族館でイルカを見てイルカの調教師になりたかった事を思い出しました。
一生青春、一生感動とはこの事だなと思いました！
カメも下の方にいたのが上に上がってきてちょうど真横に来たので触っちゃいけないのに近すぎて焦りました！
船の上で食べたパイナップルも甘くておいしかったです！
とてもいい体験でした☆

We participated as a family of four. I wondered if we could really swim with wild dolphins as we departed the port at 7:30. Contrary to my expectations, we quickly encountered a pod of dolphins. We got ready and dove into the sea with the kids. About 10 to 15 dolphins swam slowly beneath us, and our whole family was moved. The dolphin swim was surprisingly short, and I wished we could swim longer, but when we got back on the boat, I was shocked at how tired I felt. I realized that amount of time was just right. After the dolphins, we swam with sea turtles. We encountered them right away, and the kids were thrilled to see them up close. We tried hard to take our own photos, but it turned out to be surprisingly difficult, and we didn't get good shots. Instead, I was very satisfied to purchase the data from a professional photographer for $50. The staff and the director were very polite, and we had a great time throughout. This must have been an unforgettable experience for the kids (and of course for the adults too). Personally, I think this tour is definitely worth participating in.

家族４人で参加しました。野生のイルカと泳ぐなんて、そんなことできるのかと思いながら7:30に港を出港。予想とは裏腹に、すぐにイルカの群れと遭遇。準備して子供達と海へダイブ。10～15頭ぐらいのイルカが自分たちの下をゆっくりと泳いでいて、家族全員感動しました。イルカスイムは意外と時間が短くもっと泳いでいたいと思ってましたが、船に上がったら予想以上に体が疲れていてビックリ。あれぐらいの時間がちょうどいいんだと実感しました。イルカの後は、ウミガメとのスイム。すぐに遭遇でき、こちらも間近で見る事ができ子供達も大はしゃぎでした。自分たちで写真に収めようと頑張ったんですが、これが意外と難しくうまく取れませんでした。その代わりに、$50しましたがプロのカメラマンのデータを購入でき大満足。スタッフの方や学長も対応がとても丁寧で、終始気分よく過ごせました。子供たちにとっては一生忘れられない体験になったはずです（当然大人にとっても）。個人的には、このツアーへ参加する価値は大いにあると思います。

On the second day in Hawaii, we chose a submarine as our first activity. We boarded the boat from the pier, looking forward to the blue sea, and headed to the transfer point for the submarine. The captain and other crew members walked around the boat, allowing us to take photos freely. We were lucky to encounter a sea turtle along the way.

However, the view of the sea from inside the submarine wasn't very clear, and perhaps due to bad timing, we could only see fish from a distance, which was a bit different from what we had expected. There were many participants from Europe and America, and the atmosphere was lively thanks to the English guide, but it seemed that those who didn't understand English felt a bit left out. I wished there had been a bit more entertainment value. The staff didn't speak Japanese, but they were all cheerful and very nice.

ハワイについて二日目、最初のアクティビティとして潜水艦を選択。
青い海に期待して桟橋から船に乗り込み、潜水艦との乗り換え地点まで行きます。
キャプテンや他のクルーが船内を回り、カメラ撮影を気軽にしてくれます。
途中でウミガメに出会えたのがラッキーでした。
潜水艦の中から見る海は、あまり透明感を感じず、タイミングが悪かったのか魚も遠目に見えただけで少し期待とは異なっていました。
艦内は欧米からの参加者も多く英語ガイドによって盛り上がっていましたが、英語がわからない人たちは少し取り残された感があったように思えます。
もう少しエンターテイメント感があったらいいのになと感じました。
スタッフは日本語を話せませんが、みなさん明るくいい方ばっかりでした。

We participated as a family of three: my husband, daughter, and two grandmothers. We chose this tour because I wanted to show my grandmother, who can't swim, the underwater world, and I also wanted to show my daughter the fish in the ocean from a submarine.

The guide was in English, so I couldn't understand much, but there were translated guide messages in various languages coming through the headphones inside the submarine, which was quite educational.

Since I have no experience diving, it was refreshing to see the sunken ships and planes that serve as homes for the fish.

It was nice to take a boat out to sea and then board the submarine; it felt like a bit of a bonus to be able to enjoy both experiences.

I thought it was a little cold inside the submarine.

夫婦＋娘＋祖母２名での参加でした。
泳ぐことが出来ない祖母に海中を見せたくて，また，娘に潜水艦で海の中の魚を見せたくてこのツアーを選びました。

ガイドが英語だったので全然わからなかったですが，艦内のヘッドフォンからは各国語に訳されたガイドメッセージが流れていたので色々と勉強になりました。

海に潜る経験がないので，廃船や廃飛行機が魚の住処として沈められているのを見ることができたのは新鮮でした。

船で沖合に出てそこから潜水艦に乗船できるのも，船にも乗れて少しお得な気分になりました。

艦内少し寒かったように思います。

loved it. a little windy and cold. would be great if there was an outdoor shower to rinse off after for non-hotel guests

kids totally loved it. couldn't stop talking about it after.

It's a bit pricey, and there's no place to take a break from the heat, but it's nice that you can interact not only with dolphins but also with birds and fish.

ちょっと高いのと、暑さしのぎの休憩場所がないのが難点ですが、イルカだけでなく、鳥や魚とふれあえるのがいいですね

I experienced this for the first time at my wife's request. The interaction with the dolphins was amazing. I thought the show was also nice and intimate.

奥様のリクエストで初めて体験しました。イルカとのアトラクションは最高でした。ショーもこじんまりとして良かったと思います。

It was a tour I joined during my free time, and I was lucky to encounter a pod of dolphins by chance. I think it's relatively affordable and easy to participate in compared to other options in Hawaii.

空き時間に参加したツアーでしたが、偶然イルカの集団に遭遇できラッキーでした。
ハワイの中では比較的安価で参加しやすいと思います。

The dolphins swirled around us. We also got to see the baby dolphins spinning on the surface, and the turtles were leisurely swimming, which was very enjoyable. The staff's enthusiasm and energy were evident, making it a great tour. It's doable with toddlers if you put in the effort, but I left my 5-year-old with my wife and came alone. I highly recommend it.

イルカがぐるぐると回ってくれました。赤ちゃんイルカの水面スピンも見れ、亀ものんびりしていてとても楽しかったです。スタッフの盛り上げと情熱が伝わってきてよいツアーだと思います。幼児連れは頑張ればできますが私は5歳児を家内に預けて一人来ました。お勧めです。

in a nutshell. my granddaughter describe this family adventure as: "I was sleepy this early morning, but I was so excited afterwords to see the sharks in the ocean". The service was nice, very comfortable boat ride and well organized team. we watched the sharks for 20 minutes and it was like 20 minutes exploring the other world, the world of ocean and beautiful ocean creatures - sharks. so excited, so much fun. it definitely worth the money we spent. thank you the for some complementary souvenirs, my granddaughter liked the stickers )) we would recommend this activity and experience for families with children, and others. thank you, Valeriy, Russia.

This time, my spouse and I participated in the dolphin encounter. We didn't get bored before the participation time as we watched the show and played in a small area with many birds. It was reassuring that there was someone who explained the precautions in Japanese. I felt that the time we spent touching the dolphins was short for the price, but I understand that this was decided by the Sea Life Park based on the dolphins' condition, so it can't be helped. The content of the tour was very good! I was satisfied to be able to do something that is not easily available in Japan.

今回は夫婦でドルフィンエンカウンターに参加しました。参加時間までショーをみたり鳥がたくさんいる小屋に入って遊んだり退屈しなかったです。日本語で注意点を説明してくれる人もいて安心しました。料金の割にはイルカと触れる時間が短いと感じましたがそこはイルカの状態に合わせシーライフパークの方が決めたことなので仕方ないと思います。ツアーの内容はとても良かったです！日本ではなかなかできないことをできて満足です

I'm more than excited to write this review. Thanks for a good time this morning. I'd recommend this adventure for anyone who loves the ocean and these fantastic creatures. Sharks were friendly and gorgeous. The crew was knowledgeable and professional. This is definitely five stars experience with lots of fun. We enjoyed the morning on a comfortable boat, with an excellent crew and Sharks! I have done similar activities before, and I can tell that you did a good job guys. I can't image the better way to meet the sharks. Thank you guys! Save the sharks and ocean. Aloha! #northshoresharkadventures, @NorthShoreSharkAdventures

The arrangements were smooth. The pickup and drop-off after arrival were also seamless, making it a great value and very convenient. I will definitely use this service again next time.

手配までもスムーズです。到着後もスムーズに送迎してもらえるので料金もお得で大変便利でした。次回もまた利用させて頂きます。

Amazing! Saw 20+ sharks and got within inches of them. (90% were sand bar sharks with 2 hammerheads sprinkled in there). Definitely coming back!

Unfortunately, it seems that the whales went towards Canada, so we couldn't go whale watching. I'm disappointed that it looks like I won't be able to use the tickets before they expire! I'll try again next year.

あいにくクジラたちはカナダの方へ行ったようでホエールウオッチングは叶いませんでした。
頂いたチケット期限に使えそうもなく残念！！又来年トライします。

I decided to participate to excite my elementary school son, but my wife and I ended up being the ones who were excited. Since we had no experience with scuba diving, it was a lot of fun to dive into the ocean. Additionally, the guide had a great sense of humor, so I'm glad we joined. I highly recommend this for families!

小学生の息子を興奮させてみようと思い参加しましたが、私と妻の方が興奮してしまいました。スキューバなど未経験だったので、海に潜るというのが愉しかったです。
また、案内の人もユーモアだったので参加してよかったです。家族で参加にお薦めです!

I made a reservation in advance in Japan to stay at the Kahala Hotel. I am overwhelmed with joy that my long-time dream of swimming with dolphins has come true. It was a genuine interaction, not just the typical experience of touching dolphins that you often find in Japan. We participated as a couple, but it seemed that families in the same group were also enjoying themselves.

If I had to mention a downside, I was a bit concerned about the water's cleanliness. It might be due to the dolphins' waste, which is understandable... Since it's not a fish tank, it might be difficult to purify the lagoon. Also, I feel that the price is a bit too high.

I definitely recommend it to anyone staying at the Kahala.

カハラホテルに宿泊の為、事前に日本で予約しました。
長年夢見てきたドルフィンスイムが叶い感無量です。
日本国内でよくあるイルカに触れる程度ではない本当の触れ合いが楽しめました。
我々はカップルでの参加でしたが、同じグループの親子も楽しんで居られた様です。
あえてマイナスポイントを書くとしたら、
水の汚れがやや気になりました。イルカの排泄物だから仕方ないかもしれませんが・・・
生け簀ではないラグーンなので浄化が難しいのかな？
あと、少し料金が高すぎな気もします。

カハラにお泊りの方には絶対おすすめだと思います。

I was scheduled for a 9:10 pickup, but I overslept and woke up at 10:00... I hurriedly contacted them, and they quickly changed the time for me. The crew members were all fun people, and we encountered various creatures like turtles, sharks, and rays in the ocean. When I asked the kids what they enjoyed the most in Hawaii, they all shouted, "The submarine!" (^_^)

What started as a panic turned into a very enjoyable memory! I appreciate the kind assistance.

9:10ピックアップの予定が、二度寝して10:00…
焦って連絡を入れたところ、すぐに別の時間へ変更してもらえました。
乗員の方々も楽しい人ばかりで、海中ではカメやサメ、エイなど色々な生き物に出会えました。子供たちも、ハワイで何が一番楽しかった？と聞くと、潜水艦！と声を揃えていいます(^_^)

焦りから一転、とても楽しい思い出になりました！
親切な対応、感謝いたします。

I went with my three-year-old and one-year-old grandchildren, along with six others.
The children's ticket prices being the same as adults felt very expensive.
For those who have seen shows in Japan, the performance level is quite low.
It's also disappointing that you can't take photos while touching the animals.
What was fun was the area where you can play with the birds.

３歳と１歳の孫と６人で行って来ました。
子供料金が大人と同じなのは、すごく高く感じました。
ショーは日本のを見ている人には、とても芸が低いです。
触っているのを写真が撮れないのも残念です。
楽しかったのは、鳥と遊べるところです。